Description
Celebrate Independence Day with a stunning 4th of July Fruit Tart. This vibrant dessert features a creamy mascarpone filling topped with an array of fresh berries, artfully arranged to resemble the American flag. Not only is it a feast for the eyes, but each bite delivers a refreshing burst of summer flavor, making it the perfect addition to any festive gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made tart shell
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1 kiwi, optional and thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the tart shell in your tart pan and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form (3-5 minutes).
- Spoon the whipped mixture into the tart shell and spread evenly.
- Layer strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and kiwi on top artistically.
- For added sweetness, drizzle honey or agave syrup over the fruits.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (115g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg